This is the first book I've read by this author and I was pleasantly surprised. I found it to be really well written. I thought I knew what the answer was (without giving out any spoilers), but I was wrong at first, I did finally come up with the correct answer. It was definitely a good read and I'm excited to pick up another book by this author. There was lots of suspense and action. I even cried a couple of times.

This book is mixed with so many emotions! Ella is grieving the loss of her best friend, Ella starts having feeling for her best friends boyfriend! Just omg. Such a great book. Totally recommend.

This is my first book by Sloan Harlow. I enjoyed it, very fast read and the storyline is engaging. It's the perfect book for a YA.

A haunting yet hopeful story that touches on some heavy subjects and holds your attention from start to finish. There were a couple times I thought I had the twist figured out, but there were enough red herrings to keep me guessing til the end, and a couple surprises along the way. I would recommend this novel as a good YA thriller.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this advance copy in exchange for my honest review.

3.5 stars. This one was definitely a YA, which I was in the mood for, and there were some twists at the end that I did NOT see coming. Overall, fairly unbelievable, but it kept me turning the pages! Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

When I began this book, I thought the storyline would be about a girl filled with angst over the death of her best friend and her crush on the best friend’s boyfriend. All that is true, but there is much more to the story. I did figure out the plot twist before it was revealed, but there was another twist at the end I did not see coming! I love a good mystery and this book checked all the boxes. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Such a good Young adult dark suspense novel.

Ella is struggling with the start of senior year after the death of her best friend. Ella is consumed with grief and feeling of guilt that she is still here when Hayley is not. Will she ever remember what happened the day of the accident? When Ella uncovers Hayley’s diary, she is torn with betraying her friend’s trust by reading it and trying to piece together what happened.

There is some “heavy petting” along with talk about sex, drugs and alcohol. Definitely for older teens.

Definitely talks about some heavy topics of domestic abuse, depression, abortion, manipulative relationships.

4 stars

This book caught me by surprise! I wasn’t expecting that ending at all. I liked Ella but my favorite was Seema. Can we get her story? Liked the different pov interspersed with Haley’s diary entries. Made for a very good read. Will definitely try this author again.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for my free copy in exchange for an honest review.

Everything We Never Said by Sloan Harlow was a perfect YA thriller. It’s dark, heartbreaking, romantic, and full of twists. It started with a gut wrenching tragic story line that is probably everyone’s nightmare. However, it turns into a romantic thriller with some dark turns. I recommend reading this book.

I think every teenage girl and their mother should read this book together. It would be a great conversation starer for high school students. This really helps put into writing how people in harmful relationships blame themselves. This book was written with great research into technology that kids use today.

Everything We Never Said falls firmly in the middle ground for me. The writing's not bad, but the plot doesn't feel original. (In fact, I read a similar YA novel last year that had a lot of parallels.) Ultimately, not a great fit for me, but I would try another book by the author.

I recently had the opportunity to read "Everything We Never Said" by Sloan Harlow, thanks to a free e-book ARC from NetGalley.

The story follows Ella, who is grappling with guilt and grief after the tragic death of her best friend, Hayley. The aftermath of this senseless loss is vividly portrayed by Harlow, capturing the complexities of Ella's emotions as she returns to school, haunted by memories and the presence of Sawyer, Hayley's boyfriend.

What stood out to me was Harlow's skill in depicting Ella's journey through grief, isolation, and the unexpected romance with Sawyer. The emotional turmoil felt authentic, I appreciated the accurate portrayal of the impact of such a tragedy on young lives.

The inclusion of trigger warnings highlights the book's willingness to address sensitive topics, making it a valuable read for young audiences.

I did however find the narrative somewhat dragged out, making it challenging to fully engage due to the excessive wordiness and dialogue.

Despite not being my typical read, I recognize that "Everything We Never Said" caters well to fans of thrilling YA novels, especially those who appreciate a mix of romance and mystery. While the book may not have been my cup of tea due to its somewhat verbose nature, readers who enjoy the nuances of teenage emotions and the suspense of unraveling secrets might find it to be a compelling addition to their bookshelf.

"Everything We Never Said" by Sloan Harlow is a haunting exploration into the heart of darkness, where I could not help but be pulled into the tangled webs of secrets and desires. Throughout this book, I felt like venturing into a labyrinth of emotions, each twist and turn revealing layers of hidden truths that I never saw coming.

Ella's anguish and guilt were palpable. She grappled with the weight of her feelings for her best friend's boyfriend. The intensity of her emotions and the gripping turmoil of her inner conflict struck a chord in me that made me ache with empathy as she navigated the murky waters of her own guilt and love.

The mystery drew me in. It teased me with fragments of secrets buried within Hayley's journal and Sawyer's identity. I was constantly on the edge of my seat, questioning the characters' motives and actions, trying to piece together the puzzle of their tangled relationships.

Harlow unveiled the complexities of grief and desire. The story was hauntingly beautiful yet unsettling. The book's intensity was similar to that of a silent whisper that left me haunted by the lingering question: How well do we truly know the ones we love?

"Everything We Never Said" is a journey into the shadows of human nature, where secrets lurk in the darkest corners of our hearts. You just might find yourself questioning the depths of friendships and the haunting power of the unspoken.

"A riveting dive into the dark depths of forbidden love and hidden secrets."

"A haunting exploration of guilt, desire, and the unseen facets of friendships."

"An emotionally charged thriller that unravels the tangled webs of the heart."

"A gripping rollercoaster of suspense and unexpected revelations."

"A tale of love, loss, and the eerie shadows of unspoken truths."

"A mesmerizing journey through the labyrinth of shattered friendships."

"A spellbinding narrative that investigates the haunting aftermath of tragedy."

"A portrayal of grief, guilt, and the allure of secrets."

"A darkly atmospheric story that peels back layers of hidden desires."

"A hauntingly beautiful narrative that probes the complexities of love and betrayal."

This story explores the darkness that you struggle through after the death of your best friend, especially when you feel that you are to blame for the accident. It tells the tale of those left behind - the broken family, the forlorn friends, and the adrift boyfriend. Each person's individual guilt and loss can compound that of others. Introduce a surprise diary in code in Hayley's belongings, and you see Ella unravel more as she tries to determine what was going on in Hayley's life that she was oblivious to. It is no surprise that Ella and Sawyer spend more time together as grief commonly binds a victim's best friend and boyfriend - who else can understand the depth of loss?! As Hayley's diary points to domestic violence, Ella realizes that she may be in danger also ... but who can she trust with this information? Will Ella finally remember what happened the night of the accident? Can Ella overcome her guilt and loss? This is a compelling dark mystery.

Set your calendars for June 4, 2024, people! That is the date of publication for this amazing, fun, young adult quick-read. Part mystery, part teenage angst, part BFF love story, and throw in a hot boy-friend with a bit of a temper too. I love books that encapsulate today's technology and this book did that with text messages popping up here and there, but then we also had the old-school diary entries, which I also love. Let me have a quick peek into someone's private thoughts that no one was supposed to ever read! Yes, please!
Great book! Thank you to NetGalley & PENGUIN GROUP Penguin Young Readers Group, G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers for allowing me the pleasure to read an arc in exchange for my review. Excited to see what Sloan Harlow comes up with next. :)

This is my first book by Sloan Harlow. I enjoyed it, very fast read and the storyline is engaging. It's the perfect book for a YA.

Thanks for the opportunity to read this ARC.

"Sloan Harlow's 'Everything We Never Said' is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and redemption. The novel follows Ella, haunted by guilt after her best friend Hayley's death, as she navigates an unexpected connection with Sawyer, Hayley's boyfriend. Harlow skillfully unravels the complexities of grief and forbidden love, delving into the secrets hidden beneath seemingly perfect relationships. The characters are well-developed, and the incorporation of Hayley's journal adds an intriguing layer to the narrative. With evocative prose, Harlow creates a tense and atmospheric thriller that will captivate and keep you turning the pages till the end.

Ella is grieving the loss of her best friend Hayley. In that grief, she also finds connection with Hayley's boyfriend Sawyer - and she starts to have feelings for him. Then, Ella finds Hayley's diary, and she realizes there was a lot she didn't tell her. I'll be honest that I figured out the twist of this one halfway through, BUT I wanted to keep reading to see if/when the other characters might, too. There was also still one unexpected twist at the end. This was a quick read that fit nicely in that YA thriller box. I will say that this is a thriller that comes with some feels of the sad variety, but still also has that thrill-y vibe, too. Thanks to NetGalley for the look at this June 2024 release.

Thank you NetGalley for the advanced copy. This book is fantastic! The grief of losing your best friend and the heights of first love. Then everything is not as it seems. I look forward to reading more from Sloan Harlow!

I enjoyed this book. I thought I had it figured out at one point, but I was wrong. It is definitely for older teens and young adults and not for young teens. There’s mystery, forbidden love, and heartbreak. Trigger warning: there is domestic violence included in various parts of the story.